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  • Have similar issues. Sounds like a fiber thing, actually. Two things have helped me... 1. Lowfat Popcorn (with different seasonings) - super high in fiber, super low in calories... you can do a whole bag for under 300 calories. 2. Fiber supplement (yuck! but it works, have it with or soon after dinner) - makes up for the…
  • Water! Lots of water. And you don't drink it for flavor or pleasure, so get that part out of your mind. You drink it like you're working out. I picked up one of those water bottles that hikers use (get 'em at Target or Walmart for cheap) that has the ounces listed on the side. Fill it up in the morning and I swig either 8…
  • Konsyl. Three calories per teaspoon. Doesn't taste good... fyi.
  • Here's hoping V understands... :flowerforyou: But here's KNOWING that whatever the result, your day is going to be memorable and special, if a little hectic at some points! :laugh: Kuddos to you for doing the hard thing and doing it quickly. That says a million about your character. A lesser person couldn't do what you're…
  • Tough situation, for sure! There is no easy solution to this situation... but hey, you're on MFP doing hard work already! So, you have what it takes to do what you have to do. You've already proven that. Let that boost your confidence about what to do. My take on it... If I were you, I'd want to honor my mom in this…
  • Maybe this is easier said than done depending on where you live and your insurance, but I had a similar experience and went to a different doctor who treated me with respect and encouragement for the lifestyle changes I've made. When I told him about my previous experience, he said the other doctor was clearly violating…
  • You look great! Congratulations! Along the lines of a previous post, you really should recalibrate your goals section every time you weigh in (I weigh in once a week and reset my goals according to my new weight). This ends up reducing my calorie intake suggestion by anywhere from 20-50 calories a day for the next week.…
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